Description
A savory Broccoli Cheese Frittata featuring tender broccoli, sharp cheddar, and a hint of smoked paprika, baked to perfection for a hearty and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 8 eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus more as needed
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 5 scallions, finely chopped
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 400˚F to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the frittata evenly.
- Prepare egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the 8 eggs, 1/4 cup heavy cream, minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until fully combined. Set aside.
- Cook broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet. Add the 2 cups of chopped broccoli, seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still bright green.
- Add seasonings: Stir in 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika and the 5 finely chopped scallions into the skillet with the broccoli, mixing well to combine flavors.
- Combine with eggs: Pour the egg mixture over the broccoli and scallions in the skillet. Gently stir to distribute the ingredients evenly without overmixing.
- Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the eggs are completely set. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with foil partway through baking.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the skillet from the oven, cut the frittata into wedges, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transfer the frittata from stovetop to oven without mess.
- Covering the frittata with foil prevents over-browning while allowing the eggs to cook through.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh flavor as a garnish but can be omitted or substituted with chives.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with whole milk or a low-fat dairy alternative.
- Feel free to swap cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese like mozzarella or gouda for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg
